Job Description

Role Purpose:

To lead & drive Category Range, Price & Supplier Strategy, whilst delivering Sales & Profit.

This role is a Maternity cover and will last 9 months.

Responsibilities
 

Responsible for development of Supplier & Category/Department StrategyMaximise supplier/ category profit & sales.Work with suppliers/licensees & brands to build deeper commercial relationships to deliver strategy.Negotiate terms of contract to deliver greatest commercial return for the business.Maintaining relationships with existing suppliers and sourcing new suppliers for future products.Present strategy & ranging plans to key stakeholdersManages Supplier/ Department Planning to support Business ObjectivesMaximise intake margin whilst ensuring pricing strategy remains competitive.Responsible for intro Pricing Strategy with focus on key territoriesWork with merchandising to create & deliver supplier/ category planWork with merchandising to ensure buys are aligned to financial budgets.Responsible for Range Selection & Product & Range developmentDeliver ranging strategyReview Performance & lead Market ResearchResearch market & conduct feedback sessions to ensure all opportunities are maximisedWork closely with our partners to build cohesive rangesReview current ranges and products to remain competitive and relevantInterrogate sales reports to identify consumer buying patterns to ensure we predict future trends & identify ranging opportunities.Reacting to changes in demandDrives trading & marketing, optimizing sales and profitabilityDeliver range presentationsLiaise with Business Management to deliver marketing planManage & Mentor Assistant Buyer/s to ensure strategy is delivered across all suppliers/ categories
 

You may also be required from time to time to work additional hours including but not limited to providing support around events and hot markets. This may involve weekend and late-night working and International travel may be required.

Knowledge And Experience
 

A minimum of 5 years’ experience within a retail and branded buying environmentExperience of defining and delivering a category or supplier strategyA track record of delivering sales, margin & performance targetsHave great experience of working and negotiating with suppliers/ brandsPrevious Management and employee development experienceAbility to make own decisions, taking responsibility for actions and delivering high performance results with the confidence to take some risksStrong communication skills, the ability to build relationships and influence both internally & externally at all levelsKnowledge of sports product/ industry is preferable

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity and inclusivity at Fanatics. Our commitment to inclusion drives us forward every day; across all races, gender, gender identities, age, sexual orientation, religion & spiritual beliefs, neurodiversity, disability and all identities of our people both current and future. If you have any requirement(s) for reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, and/or to perform essential job functions, please contact us.